They’ll ask me to do something, and then a few seconds later they add, “Please, thank you,” as if they realized that they have to say it.

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    It could differ based on social context. I gave it some thought, and with coworkers or people I don’t know really well, I almost always lead with courtesies.

    But, with my spouse of 25+ years I’ve realized I’ll often say “can you do this… Please?”

    And, that kind of fits what I think you’re saying. So, maybe it’s because you’re family and the pleasantries get dropped or delayed?